Border Patrol Agent — Join Federal Law Enforcement

Adzuna; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Leave program

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking Border Patrol Agents to safeguard our borders and support lawful travel and trade. BPAs may enter at GL-5, GL-7, GL-9 or GS-11 with potential promotion to GS-12.

The role offers competitive base pay, comprehensive benefits, and job stability across numerous duty locations. Newly appointed BPAs may receive recruitment incentives up to $20,000 and retention incentives up to $30,000 distributed over three years.

Qualifications

• One year general work experience OR a bachelor’s degree in any field.
• Bachelor’s degree may substitute for GL-5 education requirements.
• Combination of experience and education acceptable for minimum qualification.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question individuals suspected of immigration and customs violations.
• Prevent and apprehend undocumented noncitizens and smugglers near borders.
• Interpret tracks, signs, and physical evidence of illegal entry.
• Carry out farm, building, traffic, city, and transportation checks.
• Patrol the international boundary and coastal waterways using various assets.

Skills

Immigration law knowledge

Use of force policy

Criminal law & procedure

Firearms handling

Physical techniques

Motor vehicle operation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking Border Patrol Agents to safeguard our borders and support lawful travel and trade. BPAs may enter at GL-5, GL-7, GL-9 or GS-11 with potential promotion to GS-12.

The role offers competitive base pay, comprehensive benefits, and job stability across numerous duty locations. Newly appointed BPAs may receive recruitment incentives up to $20,000 and retention incentives up to $30,000 distributed over three years.